CLINICAL DIRECTOR

The GEO Group, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Director to provide clinical and administrative oversight for contracted treatment services within the Maryland DPSCS.

You will ensure delivery of evidence-based substance use treatment to incarcerated individuals and manage programs to meet contract requirements and quality standards. Responsibilities include supervising clinical staff, developing protocols, coordinating with QA and Training, and maintaining relationships with community partners to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Health and Human Services or related field required.
• Two years of administrative or supervisory experience in a correctional or residential program preferred.
• Certifications: CPC-AD, LCADC, or LCPC with an Approved Supervisor Letter in Alcohol and Drug Counseling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of evidence-based Substance Use Disorder and medications for opioid use disorder treatment services.
• Ensure compliance with state regulatory standards, accreditation, licensing, and contracts.
• Lead clinical staff and provide supervision, coaching, and professional development.
• Develop clinical programming and protocols within a correctional setting.
• Improve efficiency by monitoring processes and implementing improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program administration

Evidence-based practices

Education

Master's degree in Health and Human Services

Job description

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you\'ll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry\'s global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary:

The Clinical Director provides clinical and administrative oversight for all contracted treatment services within the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS). The Clinical Director is responsible for ensuring the delivery of evidence-based and clinically appropriate substance use disorder services to incarcerated individuals with substance use disorders. This position chiefly oversees clinical and administrative operations and ensures that programs comply with all contracting agency requirements, evidence-based practices and company policies and procedures.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Clinical Director oversees delivery of evidence-based Substance Use Disorder and Medications for Opioid Use Disorder treatment services.
• Ensures the proper provision of treatment services.
• The Clinical Director monitors clinical documentation, treatment fidelity and program outcomes through quality assurance activities, chart reviews, audits, and corrective action plans (in partnership with Quality Assurance & Training Department).
• In partnership with the Quality Assurance and Training Department, ensures compliance with DPSCS state regulatory standards, accreditation standards, licensing requirements, and contractual obligation.
• The Clinical Director develops clinical programming and clinical protocols within correctional setting.
• Supervisees clinical supervisors, counselors, and reentry social work staff (if applicable).
• Provides leadership, coaching, training, supervision, and ongoing staff development for clinical and program staff.
• Oversees reentry services to support successful and efficient transitions to community-based treatment and recovery services.
• Review program performance indicators, prepares reports, analyzes clinical data, and implements program improvement initiatives, in partnership with QA & Training Department and Administration.
• Responds to clinical concerns, critical incidents and operational issues while ensuring adherence to ethical and professional standards.
• Chairs All Staff meeting, participates in Workplace Violence meetings; attends weekly Program Director’s meeting or other provider meetings (as assigned).
• Monitors and evaluates all business processes. Develops and implements process improvements to increase efficiency. Interviews, hires, and trains employees; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; addresses complaints and resolves problems.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with outside referral sources and other community partners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Health and Human Services and two (2) years as an administrator or supervisor preferably within a correctional or residential program and possess one of the following certifications:
• Certified Professional Counselor – Alcohol and Drug (CPC-AD) or
• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with an Approved Supervisor Letter in Alcohol and Drug Counseling.
• Experience with Accreditations and Audits Required.
• Ability to understand a variety of models including cognitive behavioral therapy, theories of addiction and dynamics related to substance use and other criminogenic risk factors.
• Ability to know and comply with program documentation requirements, applicable ethical and professional standards of conduct.
• Ability to conduct initial clinical assessments and/or evaluations which serve as the basis for diagnosis and treatment.
• Ability to provide services appropriate to the personal and cultural identity and language of the participant.
• Ability to tailor helping strategies and treatment modalities to the participant\'s stage of dependence, change, or recovery.
• Ability to appropriately use strategies from accepted and culturally appropriate models with participants with substance use and other criminogenic risk factors.
• Able to establish rapport with Participants, including management of crisis situation and determination of need for additional professional assistance.
• Travel required with some work on weekends or evenings required.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.